Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame: Classic 1950s style
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1950s American Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
1990s Raquel Sitwell Black Suede Leather Tortoise Shell Vintage 90s Shoulder Bag
By Raquel Sitwell
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic RAQUEL SITWELL black suede and faux tortoise shell structured shoulder bag! Medium
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Turtle Shell with Mother of Pearl and Silver Inlay Purse Mounted in Shadowboxes
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful set of two Mid-Century Modern shell purses. Both have mother of pearl, turquoise and
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Tortoise Shell
$600
H 13 in W 13 in D 2 in
White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Celluloid Lid and Long Strap, 1950s
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This charming 1950s purse is a true vintage gem. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Tortoise Shell, Lucite
$255 Sale Price
40% Off
H 9 in W 5 in D 3 in
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Antique Austrian Leather Purse Tortoise Shell & Enamel Sterling Evening Purse
Located in San Marcos, CA
Elegant as they come, this shell faced evening purse is accented by a fine sterling silver frame
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20th Century Austrian Edwardian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lucite Purse
Located in Toronto, ON
Tortoise shell lucite purse with reverse carved lid. Features a brass clasp and floral detail near
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1950s American Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Tortoise Shell Clutch & Shoulder Bag Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This ultra chic vintage tortoise shell clutch, evening bag and or minaudiere is very in now. It
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1960s Unknown Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Saks 5th Ave.leather & faux tortoise shell clutch France
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Textured black leather clutch handbag from the 1950s, with faux tortoise shell clasp frame...From
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1960s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Chanel Vintage Tortoise Shell Handle Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare Tortoise Shell Handle Bucket Bag. Soft lambskin quilted bag that's perfect for your everyday
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Chanel tortoise shell evening box bag with snake chain
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare and unique Chanel tortoise shell evening box bag. The bag has a gold 'CC' Chanel
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1990s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
1970s Sleek French Tortoise Shell Lucite Box Purse
Located in University City, MO
1970s Sleek French tortoise shell lucite box purse
The mod retro handbag is constructed with brown
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1970s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Saks Fifth Avenue Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Box Purse c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Sleek tortoise-shell lucite box purse c 1970s
The stylish vintage box purse is
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1970s Unknown Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
CHANEL RARE Vintage 90's Tortoise Shell Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL RARE Vintage 90's Tortoise Shell Crossbody Bag
Features tortoise shell oversized chain link
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Tortoise Shell Lucite Handbag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Italian tortoise shell lucite versatile handbag c 1970s
The sleek brown lucite
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1970s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Sleek Lucite Tortoise Shell Jeweled Handbag by Tyrolean c 1950
Located in University City, MO
Sleek lucite tortoise shell jeweled handbag by Tyrolean c 1950
The stylish retro box style handbag
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1950s American Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Gilt Trim Diminutive Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Sleek tortoise shell lucite gilt trim diminutive handbag c 1970
The unique small size handbag is
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1970s Unknown Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Saks Fifth Avenue Tortoise Shell Lucite Evening Bag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Tortoise shell lucite evening bag c 1970s
The elegant oval shaped clutch bag is
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1970s Hong Kong Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Handbag Made in France c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Sleek tortoise shell lucite handbag Made in France c 1970
The stylish retro box shaped handbag is
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1970s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Baulotto Italy faux tortoise shell box bag with gold hardware 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Baulotto Italy faux tortoise shell box bag with gold hardware from the 1970s...Box of Lucite
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1970s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Tortoise Shell Lucite Tassel Evening Bag circa 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian tortoise shell lucite tassel evening bag c 1970s
The elegant kidney
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1970s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
H 4 in D 2.5 in L 6.25 in
Rare Tortoise Shell, Gold and Diamond Lady's Hand Case/Purse
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite antique tortoise shell makes up the handheld case with delicate tassel chain. This
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1940s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Tortoise Shell Charm XL Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
stitching on both sides of exterior. Tortoise shell stamped tag with Chanel name brand hangs from shoulder
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20th Century Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Chanel Brown Beaver Fur Tortoise Shell Chain Handle Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
beaver fur with leather and tortoise shell style chain top handles. Chanel logo tag purse charm accent
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1990s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
1940s Tiffany & Co Handbag with Five Tortoise Shell Finish Accessories
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
tortoise shell finish. In addition there is a silk change purse attached with a fine chain and a mirror
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1940s Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Black Tortoise Shell Handle "Passementerie" Tote Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Chicago, IL
, bucket silhouette, dual tortoise shell resin handles, flat seat, and rounded flap partial top opening
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
H 8.25 in W 4.125 in L 11 in
Christian Dior Leather Cannage Vintage Tote Bag with Tortoise Shell Top Handle
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tortoise Shell top handle. This fascinating Christian Dior purse has been kept in excellent condition with
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
H 10 in W 5 in L 12.75 in
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Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1930s Black Art Deco Handbag with Decorative Pleating
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black Art Deco hand back with intricate decorative knife pleating in a zig-zag pattern on both sides of the bag. The handle has matching pleats and the inside frame/closure is ...
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1930s Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Chinese Carved Longyan Wood Stand, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
An exquisite late Qing dynasty display Stand of longyan wood, carved as a miniature "kang" table.
The center panel features an amazing grain that delights the eye, while a soft glo...
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Fruitwood
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag
The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed
with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior
sides
The theatrical ma...
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1960s American Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
$245 Sale Price
34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
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1990s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Chinoiserie Panels Hand Painted Wallpaper on Blue Silk / Panel- 3 Panels
Located in Wuxi, 32
If you love the look of De Gournay wallpaper but not the price, this is for you. Measures: 3ft x 8ft
The colorways in this sections present our latest colorways, which can be appl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Silk
$1,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 96 in W 36 in D 0.1 in
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Wucai Porcelain Dragon Bowl, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain wucai (five color) glazed bowl painted in underglaze blue and overglaze red, green, and yellow upon a pure white ground, and featuring a design...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Porcelain
Georgian Harewood Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
With Tuscan Columns & Fan Inlay.
From our Tea Caddy collection, we are pleased to offer this Georgian Harewood Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of octagonal shape with a Harewood veneer ext...
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Late 18th Century English George III Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Boxwood, Harewood
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen
Collection: Spring / Summer 1996
Designer: Alexander McQueen
Sty...
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1990s Italian Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Sevres Porcelain Cobalt Blue Ground Watteau Lovers Scene Bombay form Box, Signed
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous French Louis XVI style Sevres Porcelain cobalt blue Ground Watteau Lovers Scene Bombay form jewel box and cover, Signed by the Artist. Of cartouche form with bombay shaped...
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1880s French Louis XVI Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Porcelain
$10,250
H 5 in W 13 in D 7.5 in
1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
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1970s American Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
V Bronze Bench by Soraya Osorio
By Soraya Osorio
Located in Vero Beach, FL
V Bronze Bench with Black Hair-on-Hide Cushion — Linear Aged Brass Finish
This striking V Bronze Bench elevates functional seating into a true objet d’art, featuring a sculptural li...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Franciscan, Desert Rose Tea Set
By Franciscan China 1
Located in New Orleans, LA
A true American Classic, Franciscan Desert Rose dinnerware has graced dining tables since 1941, including Air Force One as chosen by Jackie Kennedy and the Presidential yacht during ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
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Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage tortoise shell purse you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray and more in stock now. Finding the perfect vintage tortoise shell purse may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Chanel, Fendi and Raquel Sitwell are often thought to be among the most stylish.
How Much is a Vintage Tortoise Shell Purse?
The price for a vintage tortoise shell purse starts at $145 and tops out at $3,000, and on average, selling for $470.
Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags for You
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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